Featured Events in Hove in February, 2025 (June Updated)

We are excited to be expanding the community, discovering new poetic talent and Platforming new spoken word artists on the scene! Hosted by the iconic activist and local artist Kaia Allen-Bevan (@kaia.ab)🤩 ! There will be 8 open mic slots on the night, sign up in advance but don’t worry if you don’t get a guaranteed slot because there will also be some wild card picks on the night too! Email us or DM Kaia for open mic inquiries 🎤 The audience will vote for their favourite open micer and the winner will feature at the next Brighton event 🔥 HEADLINERS AFLO.POET AFLO. the poet (she/they) is an award-winning Brighton-based spoken word artist, activist and academic who embraces creative expression to disrupt the status quo and inspire social change. AFLO. uses poetry as a vehicle to address hard-hitting topics, particularly racism and mental health, primarily speaking from her lived experiences. From protests on the streets of Brighton, to celebrations in hills of Jamaica, AFLO. has shared her rhythmic rhymes far and wide and has no intentions of stopping. Her highlights from 2024 so far include featuring in Verve Poetry Festival, expanding her practice during residencies in Anita’s Room at Brighton Dome, and heading to the magical fields of Glastonbury to share her work and host the open mic on the Poetry & Words stage. She has been published by Penguin Random House and self-published a poetry zine in 2023. AFLO. was an in-house artist at Brighton Dome from March 2023 to September 2024, and continues to run their regular spoken word event, ‘Status Flo’. She is a significant force directing change in Brighton’s creative scenes and continues to sow seeds across the country. PABLO FRANCO I am Pablo Franco, a multi-disciplinary creative whose artistry is rooted in poetry—a medium through which I explore the profound emotional connections between humans and the natural world. As the co-director of @dimensionsbtn, a celebrated music and community networking platform, I channel this poetic spirit into curating live music and community-centred events in Brighton. Through my art, I seek to cultivate spaces of boundless creativity, offering a sanctuary where others can express, connect, and thrive. My work stands as a testament to poetry’s transformative power, a reminder that creativity is both for personal liberation and communal celebration. I recently graduated from the University of Brighton, where I worked endlessly to ensure the institution amplified diversity and inclusion within the curriculum. Through my studies I recognised the importance of honouring the richness of local histories. I saw the impact oral traditions had on preserving communities. Thus, poetry became a way to ensure that my story could be told in all its glory and placed within the collective tapestry of shared human experiences that make us what we are. Doors: 630pm Show starts: 7pm Grab your tickets now! 🎟️ About us: Poet's Palace is a platform that empowers spoken word artists to amplify their voices, connect with diverse audiences and inspire through the transformative power of poetry. We champion emerging talent by giving them the stages and resources to achieve. We grow inclusive artistic communities in spaces across the UK where artists can connect, engage and celebrate the art form. We are aiming to elevate spoken word to new platforms, expand into interdisciplinary collaborations, perform at festivals and help artists gain visibility and recognition for their work. This is a photographed and filmed event. Please get in touch if you have any access requirements. This is a safespoken event. Get in touch for our safeguarding policy. Poets Palace recognises the value of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Intersectionality, and how paramount integrating these principles into our processes. From learning opportunities through the growth of Poets Palace, we wanted to ensure equity in financial access to our events. A lot of our Poets Palace talent are from communities of the Global Majority, LGBTQ2IA+ community and diverse backgrounds who are disproportionately impacted by systems of oppressions, which may impact finances to access events like ours. Through consulting the Anti-Racism activist and Brighton host, Kaia Allen-Bevan, we have made adjustments to our ticket prices to ensure we are sticking to our principles and values - this is not a tick-box exercise. Information Source: Poet's Palace | eventbrite

In this show, you’ll enjoy spectacular illusions with mentalist and illusionists step into a world where imagination and reality blur. This interactive performance will amaze you with mind-reading, laughter, and impossible feats. Secrets will be revealed, thoughts uncovered, and you might even play a part in the magic. Bring positive thoughts—you never know whose mind might be read next! Information Source: BNJC | eventbrite

Life Drawing @ The Bee’s Mouth Join us for an exciting evening of life drawing! Get your creative juices flowing and explore the human form in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, this event is open to all skill levels. Drawing starts at 7pm so please arrive early to grab a drink, a seat and any art materials you need. Materials There will be some drawing boards and some art supplies provided, however, please feel free to bring your own. About the tickets Early bird tickets are available up until 3 days before each event. We always keep 2 tickets on the door (first come first serve) £10 cash only. We want art to be accsessible to everyone, so If you have a low income backgound and would really love to come please message us on instagram for a discount code. Get in touch If you want to get more info on future events, or inquire about modelling, or any other questions, get in touch instagram @brighton.arts.social.club facebook @brighton.arts.social.club email brighton.arts.social.club@gmail.com Information Source: Brighton Arts Social Club | eventbrite

When: Tuesday 18th February 2-3:30pm Where: Harriet's of Hove, 31 George St, Brighton and Hove, Hove BN3 3YB, UK What: All of us are busy. Many of us believe that we should prioritise movement, but it regularly slides down our list of priorities, making us feel worse about ourselves. What if it isn’t about trying to do what you think you’re supposed to do, and instead figuring out what you want to do? Specialist personal trainer and former-exercise hater, Becky Hughes, is here to help! Content and structure At this workshop, you will: Consider what you currently believe about fitness, and interrogate your relationship with these beliefs in order to challenge them if necessaryLearn about physical activity guidelines and why they might not be the best thing to followDiscover how to take an approach of practicality over optimal conditionsEstablish where you currently are with movement, and how to add things that will benefit you in a realistic and sustainable wayCreate a plan to help you take the next steps, and then reassess when appropriateYou will need… writing implement and device. No physical activity will be undertaken during this workshop, and Becky will not be able to give specific advice on exercises you should or shouldn’t do, or provide you with an exercise programme during this session. Travel: George Street in Hove is served well by multiple local bus routes and is a five minute walk from Hove train station. Free parking up to two hours is available at the nearby Tesco superstore. Information Source: Co-Women Events and Membership | eventbrite

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of renowned photographer Dorothy Bohm, whose lens captured humanity through decades of profound social and cultural change. This exclusive event features a special documentary by Richard Shaw, offering an intimate portrait of Bohm's journey from escaping Nazi Europe to becoming one of the most celebrated photographers of her time. Witness her artistry, resilience, and ability to find beauty in life’s fleeting moments. This is a must-attend event for photography enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone moved by stories of creativity and survival. Information Source: BNJC | eventbrite